Quote: (12-17-2012 12:29 AM)Samseau Wrote:
When dealing with passive-aggressive remarks, you need to step up the asshole game in a friendly way. Just say back to him, "Yeah she's a lucky girl," with a smile, and then immediately ignore him.
This indirectly reframes the conversation in three ways:
1. It acknowledges the guy's compliment toward you, but instead mistakenly interprets it as a comment for the girl. That way you don't need to look weak or antisocial by ignoring him, nor do you need to be pathetic and give him undue attention.
2. It implies that you agree with the dude about her being good looking. So, not only do you make the guy look weak, but you also flatter your girl.
3. It places you as the judge, qualifier, and selector of the girl, and not her. Always be the lead in the dance of love.
Golden. Thanks.